Snapshot: Gay St. Barths Beaches
sydney on Jul 25th 2009
A few people have asked me about the “gay scene” in St. Barths, and I have to be honest – there isn’t much of one. Going to St. Barths in the Caribbean is all about relaxation and rejuvenation, not hitting up the gay bar scene. If you want to read about some of the hotels, restaurants and things to do, check out my gay St. Barths post.
St. Barths is unique in that it is not as lush as the other Caribbean Islands like Martinique or St. Kitts. St. Barths is really all about the beaches, all 14 of them. See white sand that stretches for miles, and uncrowded spots that are public and free. The beaches at Lorient and Marigot are favored by families, you’ll have to hike over a sand dune to get to Saline (but it’s worth it), Toiny is more wildly beautiful, Petit Cul de Sac is one of the quietest and most secluded. One of the easiest beaches in St. Barths to get to is Shell Beach, accessible by foot from Gustavia, while the hardest to reach is Colombier – you’ll have to hike for a good half hour or take a boat from Gustavia.
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Gay St. Barts: Caribbean Holidays
sydney on Jul 1st 2009
St. Barts is in the French West Indies, and is considered one of the most upscale Caribbean Islands. However, the atmosphere here is warm and inviting, not snobby as you might expect. Gay St. Barts (or St. Barths or St. Barthelemy) attracts a huge crowd of travelers, and it’s no wonder: there are a multitude of beaches, delectable restaurants, renowned hotels, and shopping options. There isn’t a gay only beach or specific gay and lesbian bar in St. Barts, but it is one of the gay friendliest locations in the Caribbean. It’s funny, as it’s one of the most popular gay and lesbian Caribbean travel destinations, but doesn’t have a gay club or bar or a gay scene. Continue Reading »
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Gay Puerto Rico: Caribbean Holidays
sydney on Jun 25th 2009
Puerto Rico is known for being one of the gayest hotspots in the Caribbean. You can’t beat it if you’re looking for sun, sand and cheap relaxation. It’s easy to find inexpensive flights any time of the year. The shores of Puerto Rico are actually U.S. territories, making it much easier to travel to. Continue Reading »
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Gay Tropics: Saba
sydney on Jun 4th 2009
Disclaimer: Saba is not a party destination. You won’t find gay bars, gay events or gay beaches. Saba, a small island in the Caribbean, is all about getting in touch with nature, enjoying the hospitality of friendly locals and spending the afternoons exploring the village stores and awwwing at the gingerbread house-inspired cottages. Continue Reading »
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